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Widespread Damage in Rowan County Following Storms

Tom Lewis

Storms caused extensive damage in northeast Kentucky as Rowan County was hit hard. Some 70 homes were damaged by flash flooding in the eastern part of Rowan County. 

County officials say there were also some trailers washed off their footing and some water rescues were also necessary. There are also some roads in the area that have been washed out or are mud-covered.

Ronnie Day, Rowan County Emergency Management Director, says the damage is extensive throughout the county.

“We’ve got approximately 70 homes that have anywhere from minor to major flood damage, we’ve got vehicles that have been washed away," said Day.

Day adds the blacktop on some roads have been damaged, including bridge corners and private driveways.

Damage assessments are underway and emergency declarations have been requested.  

(story provided by Kentucky News Network)

Paul Hitchcock earned his Masters in Communications from Morehead State University and Bachelors in Radio-TV/Psychology from Georgetown College. A veteran broadcaster for more than 40 years and an avid fan of blues, jazz and American roots music. Hitchcock has been with WMKY since 1986 and was named General Manager in 2003. He currently hosts "Muddy Bottom Blues" (Fri., 8pm-9pm), "Nothin' But The Blues" (Sat., 8pm-12am), "Sunday Night Jazz Showcase" and "Live From The Jazz Lounge" (Sun., 8pm-9pm) and "The Golden Age of Radio" (Sun., 2pm-3pm). He also serves as producer for "A Time For Tales" and "The Reader's Notebook."
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